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  • Take a Screenshot:
    Press the Print Screen (PrtScn) key (or run Lightshot from the Start menu).

  • Select Area:
    Click and drag to select the area of your screen you want to capture.

  • Edit the Screenshot:
    Use the editing tools (pen, rectangle, text, etc.) in the floating toolbar to annotate as needed.

  • Save or Copy: Click the “Save” icon to store the image on your computer. Click the “Copy” icon to copy it to your clipboard for quick pasting.

  • Share Online:
    Click the “Upload” icon to upload your screenshot to prnt.sc and get a shareable link.

  • Additional Options: Use right-click on the screenshot area for more actions. Access settings from the Lightshot tray icon for preferences.


  • Free, open-source, supports full/region/window capture, scrolling capture, GIF/video recording, annotations, cloud uploads, OCR, and advanced workflow automation. It’s more feature-rich than Lightshot but has a steeper learning curve.
  • Free, open-source, very easy to use, ideal for selected regions, window, or full-screen capture, supports quick annotation, obfuscation, and direct export to apps and cloud services. It’s especially good for users who want something lightweight and simple.